North County Injury Blog

The recent incident at Pinsarella Ancient Roman Pizza in Vista, where an employee was severely injured after getting their leg caught in a pizza dough-cutting machine, is a stark and terrifying reminder of the dangers that can lurk in seemingly mundane workplace equipment. This extensive extrication, taking an hour to free the trapped worker, highlights…

Over the last several years, e-bikes have experienced a significant rise in popularity throughout Southern California cities and towns, including Carlsbad, Oceanside, and Encinitas. Yet e-bikes have also been linked to a rise in personal injury rates, including serious harm that includes bone fractures and traumatic brain injuries (TBIs). To be sure, the American College…

A serious multistate listeria outbreak, first reported in June, has taken another tragic turn. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has confirmed new cases and deaths linked to prepared pasta meals sold at major grocery stores across the country. If you or a loved one have become ill, it is critical you understand…

Oceanside motorists, pedestrians, bicyclists, and motorists are once again experiencing the effects of clocks going back. The annual time change that occurs on the first Sunday in November each year results in more daylight in the early morning and less daylight at the end of the day. On some of the darkest winter days of…

How much time does a pedestrian in Oceanside have to cross a street at a crosswalk with a “walk” indicator before the light for turning vehicles turns green? According to a recent study conducted by researchers at Columbia University, extra seconds could make a significant difference in reducing the rate of pedestrian injuries in vehicle…

Do you have a child or teenager who currently plays football in Rancho Bernardo, or has been asking to join a football team or league? It is important to understand the risks of concussions and other head injuries in youth football, including both flag football and tackle football. A recent study conducted by researchers at…

Early Tuesday morning, tragedy struck in Escondido when a pedestrian was fatally hit by a garbage truck near Quince Street and Norlak Avenue. According to Escondido Police, the collision occurred around 5:40 a.m. close to the Escondido Fire Department. The victim, whose identity is still being determined, was pronounced dead at the scene. The truck…

Motorcycle accidents that occur in Poway and throughout Southern California tend to involve more serious injuries than motor vehicle accidents alone. According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) and the Highway Loss Data Institute (HLDI), because motorcyclists “lack the protection of an enclosed vehicle,” they are more likely to sustain severe and fatal…

Amazon has transformed how we shop, building a delivery network even larger than FedEx or UPS. Every day, Amazon vans and cars deliver millions of packages across California, including throughout North County San Diego. But what happens if one of these vehicles causes a serious crash? Many people assume Amazon will step up and pay.…

North County Injury Lawyers is proud to announce that our founder, Randy Walton, has been recognized in the 32nd edition of The Best Lawyers in America® for 2026. This prestigious award is a testament to our firm’s unwavering dedication to excellence in injury law. Best Lawyers is one of the most trusted and respected peer-reviewed…